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The Secret, Book & Scone Society - Ellery Adams



4.5/5 ⭐

I never know what to expect from a cozy mystery. Which was the case for this one. A mysterious book store owner that knows how to help any problem with the right book. And in the bakery that makes scones particular to its customer and a spa, Miracle Springs is the perfect place to do some healing.

As much as I love the idea of a cozy mystery, sometimes I find them repetitive and boring after a while. There are elements that can be found across the board in most cozy mysteries. The small town factor, the bookstore, b&b, or some self-owned business. Either seemingly normal backstory or one marked with tragedy.

And then the murder.

And yes, while all those elements were in this mystery too, it didn't feel boring or repetitive.

Nora, the one with the tragic backstory, the one who likes to stay in the background and not get involved get's involved very quickly. Not from being nosy or too inquisitive but from a sense of justice and needed to make sure things are set right. That the life lost gets the justice they deserved. And her newfound friends are just as eager and willing.

The formation of 'The Secret, Book & Scone Society' was unique and I enjoyed it. It felt natural. Like it was meant to happen, that there was no other way that it could have gone.

The characters themselves were also entertaining. I liked how similar but different they were from each other. The exposing of their secrets and that vulnerability they showed was honest and you can't help but feel sympathetic to them.

As for the mystery, it was maybe a little easy to figure out what was going on before the ending but that doesn't mean it wasn't without its twists.

Overall, a very solid cozy mystery that is for anyone.

8/25/21

*This review was previously posted on my Google Site.

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